The Creekside School

The Creekside School The Creekside School (TCS) is a nonprofit 501(c)3 private special education school for autism.

Our program is highly individualized to each student’s specific profile, where the goal for all students is to gain greater independence through the development of:
• Communication
• Positive behaviors/Self-regulation
• Relationships with others/social skills
• Community skills
• Functional Academic Skills

Using an eclectic, interdisciplinary approach, our philosophical foundation is based in the

DIR®/Floortime™ model. Though this model was originally intended for young children in clinical and/or home-based settings, TCS uses the principles of DIR® and Floortime™ within a curriculum appropriate for a school environment serving students at the elementary and middle school level. The Developmental, Individual Difference, Relationship-based (DIR®/Floortime™) model is a framework that helps clinicians, parents and educators develop intervention programs tailored to the unique challenges and strengths of students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and other developmental challenges. For more information on DIR®/ Floortime™, please visit
icdl.com or profectum.org

Part of using the DIR® framework includes individualizing each student’s educational program. This approach enables us to infuse components of a variety of educational and therapeutic interventions, including but not limited to: Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), SCERTS® (focusing on Social Communication, Emotional Regulation, and Transactional Support), Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT), and/or Relationship Development Intervention (RDI®), adapted to the individual needs of each student.

Hi, I'm Robert 👋. A little about me. I've wanted to be an educator for a long time, and even though special education wa...
09/03/2026

Hi, I'm Robert 👋. A little about me. I've wanted to be an educator for a long time, and even though special education wasn't always the plan, I took to it immediately. I've always had a strong passion for helping people, no matter what.

With a new student, it starts with just being there, being present, smiling, encouraging them, even for something small, like putting a water bottle away. It's letting them know you're a safe person to be with, and that you're here to help them grow. They may not fully understand that at first, but they feel it. And once that trust is there, you can get so much more out of them; it stops being "do this task" and becomes something you do together, because they trust you. Some days a student comes in ready for anything, and some days you just be there for them and take it one day at a time.

Swipe through a morning with me 👉

Thursday, September 10th, we’re partnering with The Kebab Shop for a fundraiser!Any food purchase made in‑store (with th...
09/02/2026

Thursday, September 10th, we’re partnering with The Kebab Shop for a fundraiser!

Any food purchase made in‑store (with the flyer) or online (using code FUNDRAISER) will send 25% of proceeds back to Creekside.

How to participate:

• Make a food purchase in‑store and show the flyer at checkout

OR

• Order online at thekebabshop.com and enter code FUNDRAISER

Every purchase using the flyer or code counts toward our fundraiser!

Thank you to the City of San José's Office of Racial and Social Equity for inviting The Creekside School to City Hall! R...
08/28/2026

Thank you to the City of San José's Office of Racial and Social Equity for inviting The Creekside School to City Hall! Representatives from City Departments, including Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services, the San José Public Library, and the San José Police listened as our Principal, Katie Shepard, shared what profound autism is and how the City can better support the profound autism community.

Here's a quick look at what we shared:
• What profound autism is and what meaningful support looks like
• How visual supports and augmentative and alternative communication devices help non-speaking individuals communicate
• Why all behavior is communication
• Best practices for accessible spaces, from clear signage to quiet break zones
• How community partnerships build true inclusion

We're so grateful to partner with our City to build a more inclusive San José for the families we serve. Thank you to everyone working to make our community a place where everyone belongs. 💙

Join The Creekside School for Annual Autism Acceptance Night on Saturday, August 15 at 7:30 PM at PayPal Park! Come enjo...
08/11/2026

Join The Creekside School for Annual Autism Acceptance Night on Saturday, August 15 at 7:30 PM at PayPal Park! Come enjoy an exciting evening of soccer while supporting The Creekside School, as a portion of every ticket purchased through this offer will be donated back to the organization. As part of the night's festivities, fans can take advantage of the sensory room, pick up complimentary sensory kits at Guest Services, and receive an exclusive Quakes x Autism Acceptance Night tote bag with every ticket purchased through this offer (while supplies last). Tickets can be purchased through the QR code or through this link https://www.tixr.com/groups/sjearthquakes/sales/-1391

Come stop by our table, we hope to see you there!

Every individual deserves a supportive environment where they are given the tools to succeed. 🌟We are thrilled to announ...
08/06/2026

Every individual deserves a supportive environment where they are given the tools to succeed. 🌟

We are thrilled to announce that this July, The Creekside School has been awarded a $20,000 Community Impact Grant by Christie's Sereno through their Sereno 1% For Good Charitable Foundation!

This wonderful gift from their Los Gatos office will give us the tools to continue providing specialized education and care for our students. We are grateful to be partnered with an organization that cares so much about making a meaningful impact.

Thank you, Christie's Sereno, for helping our community shine a little brighter! 💙

08/03/2026

💙 We’re Hiring! Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)

Join The Creekside School and make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with autism and developmental disabilities.

As an SLPA, you’ll work alongside licensed Speech-Language Pathologists to help students build communication skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive, collaborative learning environment.

📍 San Jose, CA
💼 Full-Time
🗣️ Meaningful Work | Collaborative Team | Professional Growth

Apply today and help every student communicate, connect, and thrive!

08/03/2026

💙 We’re Hiring! Teacher Assistants

Looking for a career where you can make a real difference every day?

Join The Creekside School and help students with autism and developmental disabilities build confidence, independence, and lifelong skills in a supportive, collaborative learning environment.

📍 San Jose, CA
💼 Full-Time
🍎 Meaningful Work | Paid Training | Career Growth

Apply today and become part of a team that’s changing lives—one student at a time!

08/03/2026

💙 We’re Hiring! Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Do you want a career where your work truly changes lives?

Join The Creekside School and help students with autism and developmental disabilities build communication skills, confidence, and independence. You’ll work alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team in a collaborative, student-centered environment where every milestone matters.

📍 San Jose, CA
💼 Full-Time
🌟 Meaningful Work | Collaborative Team | Professional Growth

Apply today and make a difference every day!

08/03/2026

💙 We’re Hiring! Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Adult Day Program

Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference? Join The Creekside School and help adults with autism and developmental disabilities build independence, develop life skills, and enjoy meaningful community experiences.

If you’re compassionate, dependable, and enjoy working as part of a supportive team, we encourage you to apply!

📍 San Jose, CA
💼 Full-Time
🌟 Meaningful Work | Paid Training | Career Growth

Apply today!

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5629 Lean Avenue
San Jose, CA
95125

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Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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